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Rainbow Shadow Box
2026-06-23 18:00:00 2026-06-23 20:00:00 America/Chicago Rainbow Shadow Box Laura Garcia of Paper Perennial guides you through creating this unique craft that will show off a rainbow of colors. Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

Tuesday, June 23
6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Ela Area Public Library

Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

Laura Garcia of Paper Perennial guides you through creating this unique craft that will show off a rainbow of colors.

Laura Garcia of Paper Perennial guides you through creating this unique craft that will show off a rainbow of colors.

6-8pm Tue., Jun 23, ages 14+ (R) 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Forge Makerspace | Arts and Crafts |

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Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library
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Cartooning with Mark Anderson (ages 6-12) - Space Plants!!!
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
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Join Mark for a lively, interactive cartooning class. The library will provide your supplies.
Technology 1:1
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
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Crochet Basics - A Beginner Workshop
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Discover the fundamentals of crochet and... more
Discover the fundamentals of crochet and begin your fiber arts journey.
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Nonfiction Book Club - On the Hippie Trail by Rick Steves
Thu, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
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The Truth About Money in Spanish/Dinero sin Fronteras (Zoom)
Thu, Jul 16, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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Baby Storytime (0-18 months)
Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
So much more than stories! Drop in for... more
So much more than stories! Drop in for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for this age group. Stay to chat with other caregivers as your little ones play.
Space Cargo (Egg) Drop (families with kids ages 5-12) - with Noggin Builders
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Important cargo needs to be delivered to... more
Important cargo needs to be delivered to the colony on Mars. Can your family engineer a way for it to land safely after being dropped from orbit?
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Coloring club - with TikToker Janine Lana
Sun, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Would you like to meet people who love... more
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Take Home Crafty A Kits - Crochet Water Bottle Holder
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 9:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Kits include supplies, directions and... more
Kits include supplies, directions and video instruction. Kits are available for pick up in the Forge starting on the dates specified. One kit per person and available while supplies last. Ages 18+.
Squishy Lab (ages 3-10)
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Let's get messy! We provide the recipe... more
Let's get messy! We provide the recipe and ingredients to make cosmic slime during this hands-on workshop. Adults must be prepared to help their children. Dress for a mess.
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Camp Stitch Together: A fiber arts meetup
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Whether you’re brand new to yarn crafts... more
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Squishy Lab (ages 3-10)
Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
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Sewing Basics
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Learn to use a sewing machine and create... more
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Drop-In Storytime
Tue, Jul 21, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Scan Your Photos – Fast! - *Online Class. Email Address is Required*
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online - Zoom Class
Learn how to scan photos quickly,... more
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Memory Cafe
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
People experiencing memory loss due to... more
People experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues are invited to attend with care partners. For questions call BACOA at 847 381-5030.
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Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
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Excel Basics
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
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Board of Trustees Regular Monthly meeting - Board of Trustees meeting
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Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
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Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Join Mark for a lively, interactive... more
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Wed, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
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Open Space Storytime
Thu, Jul 23, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library
Join us out in the Children's Department... more
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Blood Drive
Thu, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lawn
Every donation has the power to save... more
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Spend up to 1 hour with Amy to get... more
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Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
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Genealogy One on One
Thu, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
Tell your own stories, create fun... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Conference Room
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Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Enjoy an out-of-this-world experience as... more
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Stuffed Animal Space Camp (ages 3-10)
Mon, Jul 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Your stuffed animal friends will have... more
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Fantasy Map Making for RPGs
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Create your own fantasy world map with... more
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Spuds with Buds - Spuds with Buds: End of Summer Party
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Celebrate the end of summer with a... more
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Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of... more
Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of Lake Zurich? Come to the meeting and get acquainted. Public is welcome.
Todd Downing Concert - **TICKETED EVENT**
Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Everyone loves a tall tale and Todd tells... more
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Excel Next Steps
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
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Genealogy One on One
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
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Civic Roots Workshop (ages 9-13) - Taking Action in Our Community
Tue, Jul 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Civic Roots is a nonpartisan, nonprofit... more
Civic Roots is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that provides engaging, age-appropriate introductions to constitutional and civil rights—empowering a new generation of informed citizens.
Office Hours with Rep Syed - Meet your Representative
Tue, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Front Lobby (R104)
Stop by to discuss issues of concern with... more
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Preschool Yoga (ages 3-5)
Wed, Jul 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Little ones can learn fun and simple yoga... more
Little ones can learn fun and simple yoga poses. Tracey Kreiling from Mindful Movement yoga presents this engaging and relaxing class for preschoolers and their caregivers.
Kids Yoga (ages 6-12)
Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Tracey Kreiling from Mindful Movement... more
Tracey Kreiling from Mindful Movement Yoga will guide kids through a fun and simple mindfulness and movement class. Enjoy moments of stillness and learn breathing techniques to relax.
Teen Maker Lab
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Pick from several creative projects and... more
Pick from several creative projects and bring their ideas to life using Forge equipment like the laser cutter, embroidery machine and more! One session per patron.
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Bath Bomb Workshop (ages 8-11)
Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Enjoy a hands-on adventure in this fun... more
Enjoy a hands-on adventure in this fun and fragrant workshop as we make alien bath bombs!
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Teen Maker Lab
Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Pick from several creative projects and... more
Pick from several creative projects and bring their ideas to life using Forge equipment like the laser cutter, embroidery machine and more! One session per patron.
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Teen Maker Lab
Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Pick from several creative projects and... more
Pick from several creative projects and bring their ideas to life using Forge equipment like the laser cutter, embroidery machine and more! One session per patron.
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Outdoor Concert: School of Rock Barrington House Band
Wed, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Back Lawn
This group of performers features some of... more
This group of performers features some of our most dedicated and hardworking student musicians.
Open Space Storytime
Thu, Jul 30, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ela Area Public Library
Join us out in the Children's Department... more
Join us out in the Children's Department play area for stories, songs, and silliness! All are welcome in this space.
Kids Book Club (ages 8-11) - Aku: Journey to Ibra
Thu, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
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An Evening with Artist Shawn Killackey
Thu, Jul 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Join us for an evening with local artist... more
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Parachute Play
Fri, Jul 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
The sky's the limit during this active... more
The sky's the limit during this active playtime featuring colors, silly songs and games, and of course, the parachute! Adult participation is required.
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Parachute Play
Fri, Jul 31, 10:15am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
The sky's the limit during this active... more
The sky's the limit during this active playtime featuring colors, silly songs and games, and of course, the parachute! Adult participation is required.
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Drop-In Craft - alien spaceships
Fri, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Stop by the Children's Department to... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Stop by the Children's Department to... more
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Queer D&D
Sun, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
This is a 3-hour long campaign.TBD
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Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Senior adults of all skill levels are... more
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Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Gather the whole family for fun and cozy... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
A welcoming and safe space to explore,... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
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Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
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Designated table outside Forge.
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Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Japan is the only country among over 60... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
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Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Descubre el Forge creando proyectos con... more
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Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)
Now is your chance to learn this fun game... more
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Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Descubre el Forge creando proyectos con... more
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Neurodiverse Meetup Group
Wed, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Amy, a librarian who identifies as AuDHD... more
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Paulus Park
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Thu, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
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